Fence & gate installation

Fence and gate installation in Canada: costs and permits

Updated 31 October 2026

In Calgary, a pressure-treated wood fence costs CA$45 to CA$60 per linear foot installed, and a whole residential fence project in Toronto usually runs CA$3,000 to CA$12,000. Gates and automation add to that. For current quotes for your yard, describe the length, material and gate in a BlaBlaPrice request; it looks through fence and gate companies' websites and price lists in your country and shows the prices it finds.

Permits and contractor rules

In Toronto, fences up to 2 m high in rear and side yards usually need no permit, but taller fences do. A permit, when one is required, typically costs CA$50 to CA$200 according to the search results. Brampton publishes online requirements for fence installation contractors, with a fee of CA$194 paid once and an expiry date of April 30 every year, so ask your installer whether they are registered. Certification for gate operators is listed in the results at CA$750, and it requires at least one year of experience in the fence or gate industry.

Season and climate

Canada has winter from December to February and summer from June to August. In winter the ground is often frozen, which makes digging post holes hard, so most fences are built from late spring to early autumn. Ask an installer whether they can start before the ground freezes, and when they are free, because late autumn work depends on the weather in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and Calgary.

How fencing is quoted

Fence prices are usually quoted per linear foot. Measure the boundary in metres and ask for a metric quote if the installer quotes in feet, so you can check the numbers. Ask whether the price covers posts, footings and removal of the old fence, and whether materials are included. State your site address, the slope of the plot and any soil problems, because these change the price.

What to write in the request

Say what you want installed (fence, gate or both), the length and height, the material, whether posts should be set in concrete, and whether the gate should be automatic. Add the site address, the plot conditions, your deadline and your budget. Ask for a quote that shows materials and labour separately, so you can compare installers fairly.

Registered sellers receive your request and reply in the chat with their own offer, including price, terms and when they can start. Your contacts stay hidden, and you choose who to contact. You can also send the request link to fence companies you know yourself. Start from the Construction & renovation section, or create a request on the BlaBlaPrice home page.